Bloom Biorenewables SA

Open position Head of finance / CFO Bloom Biorenewables Ltd is a startup founded in 2019 at the forefront of the climate crisis. With a disruptive technology developed at EPFL in 2016, Bloom’s mission is making biomass a true alternative to petroleum. Having proved its unique technology and value for customers, Bloom is now scaling up and becoming an industrial scale-up: Bloom plans to build a 10m€ First-Of-A-Kind factory in the next 12 months. In this exciting context, Bloom is looking for a CFO to bring, together with its wonderful team, the company to its next level. Job description Ensure robust financial planning and management, and especially oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting Develop and implement the funding of the company, especially by obtaining loans and grants for the FOAK factory Ensure compliance with Swiss financial regulations and international accounting standards. Manage and develop the HR and Finance team (currently one person in charge of accounting/HR) Assist the executive team to drive the company’s strategic plan and sustainability initiatives. Operate HR (optional) The successful applicant 15 years’ experience in similar positions in high-growth companies in one of the following sectors: agro-industrial, agro-foods, green chemistry, renewable energy and/or environmental. Experience in a highly capital-intensive company requiring financial engineering Hands-on experience with development of financial modelling and industrial business plans. Strong interpersonal skills, especially in managing teams, and ambition to innovate. Fluency in English (knowledge of French is NOT required but is a plus). Main working place: Renens, Switzerland (10 minutes from Lausanne) – remote work is partially possible In case of interest, apply using this link. Bloom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce.

Open position Innovation scientist Join Bloom’s process team to accelerate the industrialisation of Bloom’s sustainable chemicals manufacturing processes. Job description Lead innovation and development projects in close exchange with the innovation team Technical service and development activities to match products with customer specific requirements Interaction and visits of customers Close collaboration with business development and industrialisation teams Support of laboratory management and equipment maintenance Occasional support of production and process scale-up activities Supervise chemical technicians The successful applicant Highly motivated and meticulous chemist, material scientist, engineer or equivalent, with proven experience in biomaterials, innovation, or chemistry Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills with an ambition to innovate Previous experience in industry projects and successful submission of research proposals is a plus Fluency in English (knowledge of French is NOT required) What we offer Stimulating international environment Career development opportunities Main working place: Renens (Vaud) – 40% remote work is possible In case of interest, send your CV to hiring@bloombiorenewables.com with the reference “2024IS”. Bloom is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We respect and seek to empower each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills and experiences within our workforce. About Bloom Biorenewables Ltd: Bloom Biorenewables Ltd is a startup founded in 2019 active at the forefront of the climate crisis. With a disruptive technology developed at EPFL in 2016, Bloom aims at making biomass a true alternative to petroleum. Together with these customers, Bloom is reshaping the boundaries of what is possible in the bio-based world!